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Visit the remote temples of Koh Ker and Beng Mealea via minibus on this small-group tour from Siem Reap. You'll venture off the beaten track, heading first to Beng Mealea (believed to be a prototype for Angkor Wat) and then on to Koh Ker, an abandoned forest temple dating to the 10th century.

See what life is like in a traditional Cambodian floating village on this convenient half-day tour to Kompong Phluk. Located on the huge Tonle Sap Lake, this village is made up of buildings on stilts. You’ll get the chance to explore the village and mangrove forest by boat. This tour is ideal for travelers staying in Siem Reap who want to experience a different part of Cambodia in a short time.

Start your day with a private Tuk Tuk tour to explore the legendary Angkor Wat, a large religious structure and a masterpiece of Khmer architecture. Visit Ta Prohm temple, where nature and history intertwine, and marvel at the intricate bas-reliefs of Bayon Temple in Angkor Thom. Along the way, discover the remarkable South Gate and the sandstone marvel Ta Keo, diving into Cambodia’s ancient wonders.

You could spend days exploring the vast temple complex of Angkor, but this private tour lets you take in the highlights in one day. Watch the sunrise over Angkor Wat, marvel at the grand gates of Angkor Thom, and visit the jungle temple of Ta Prohm. Also included is Bayon temple and Bantey Srei.

Spend the day exploring the ruins of ancient Khmer temples on this tour of Cambodia’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed Angkor complex outside Siem Reap. Save yourself the difficulty of finding your way out to Angkor or finding your way around the complex; get picked up from your hotel by your guide and explore the sprawling 402-acre complex with them by your side, visiting Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, Bayon, Ta Prohm and more iconic temples.

Explore Angkor’s magnificent art and architecture on a full-day, small-group tour that takes in some highlights of the main site, then continues into the countryside to a temple that many visitors overlook, but whose carvings are among Angkor's most intricate. The itinerary includes Pre Rup, Neak Peak, Banteay Srei, and Preah Khan, and all transport is by climate-controlled vehicle—ideal for cooling off between temple visits. Temple entrance fees are at your expense.

The UNESCO-listed Angkor Archeological Site is a highlight of any visit to Cambodia, with temples and sculptures that sprawl across 150 square miles (400 square km.). This full-day, small-group tour makes it possible to explore the complex in one day with a professional historian guide. In addition to visiting Angkor’s architectural highlights, take in jungle-shrouded buildings.

Travelers short on time in the Angkor area who want to see and experience the highlights will love this convenient tour. By starting out early in the morning, you can watch the sun rise over Angkor Wat, a memorable experience. Continue on to other temples in the area, many of which other tourists miss, so they are unlikely to be as crowded as Angkor Wat itself. Learn all about Khmer culture and history from your local guide, and travel by comfortable Jeep.

Spend the day exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the stunning Angkor Wat complex. Your personal guide will ensure you see the best parts of the massive archaeological site, sharing fascinating facts and history about the ancient temples along the way. Don’t waste time trying to navigate the complex; this all-day tour will ensure you see it all, ending at the picturesque Angkor Wat for sunset.

Experience the magic of sunrise over Angkor Wat with this early riser tour. After watching the sunrise, explore the Angkor Temples by bike or tuk tuk, escaping crowds and following traffic-free trails around the ruins. Take in highlights including Bayon, Preah Khan, Ta Prohm, and Angkor Thom, and enjoy a tasty Cambodian-style breakfast and lunch by the temples.

The world-famous UNESCO World Heritage Site of Angkor Archaeological Park in Cambodia draws crowds from around the world. Opt for a personalized experience on a small-group tour from Siem Reap—a hassle-free way to explore the archeological site. In an intimate group limited to 12, you’ll stay cool in an air-conditioned minibus and avoid looking for hard-to-find meeting points with hotel pickup and drop-off.

Discover the unique flavors and regional specialties of Cambodian street food on this walking tour. Hop aboard a tuk tuk and set out to explore the local streets, markets, and food vendors, stopping along the way to sample a variety of tasty foods. With a local guide on hand to explain each dish, you might dare to try delicacies like fried insects, or else tuck into a selection of Khmer dishes, exotic fruits, and sweet desserts.

Discover the secrets of the UNESCO World Heritage site of Angkor Wat on this two-day guided tour which covers 11 temples. Arrive early on your first day to watch the sunrise before visiting popular temples like Ta Prohm and Bayon with the four smiling faces. On day two, explore lesser-visited temples and stay to watch the sunset. Hotel pickup is included for your convenience.

Visit the Siem Reap killing fields, War Museum, and Artisans Angkor on a half-day private tour that explores a dark chapter of Cambodian history. The moving sites are a window into life under the Khmer Rouge; traveling to each one with a personal guide gives you time to take in the story, while finishing the day at a vibrant artisans workshop is a glimpse of the country’s inspiring rebirth.

A do-it-yourself tour around the UNESCO World Heritage Site at Angkor can be a false economy, particularly after hailing a taxi or tuk-tuk to get out to the temples. Instead of covering a bunch of temples in a single day, self-guided travelers regularly get stuck in crowds and manage just two or three sites in the complex. Get the most out of your time at Angkor with a private tour that combines the best-known sites, like the Angkor Wat, with several other highlights that many visitors don’t get to see.

The temples at the UNESCO-listed Angkor Archaeological Park have almost a thousand years of history, so a guided tour is a good way to learn as much as possible about the temples’ art and architecture. On this shared tour, your APSARA authorised guide takes you to the highlights of the three main temples.

Step into Cambodia’s past and explore a comprehensive range of historical landmarks in and around Siem Reap, all without getting stuck at the back of a tour group. On this three day private tour, visit temples, ruins and other ancient buildings with your own guide to lead the way. Hear the stories behind sites in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Angkor Archeological Park – including Angkor Thom, Bayon and the mighty Angkor Wat – and beyond.

Watch the sun rise over the majestic 11th-century temple of Angkor Wat on this full-day temple-hopping tour of Siem Reap’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed Angkor complex. After your early morning pickup, your local guide will take you to Angkor Wat for sunrise, before visiting Angkor Thom, Bayon, the Terrace of the Elephants, and Ta Prohm—where the roots of ancient trees weave around intricately carved bas reliefs (Angkor entry fee not included).

You simply can’t come to Siem Reap without a visit to the Angkor Wat Archeological Park, but the magnificent temples aren’t the only highlight. On this tour, soar through the air on a thrilling zipline adventure course, enjoy spectacular views over the Angkor rainforest, and spot the UNESCO-listed Angkor temples from above. Choose from two different routes featuring a series of ziplines, sky bridges, and abseils.

See the UNESCO-listed temples of Angkor Wat under the glow of early morning light on this small group tour. Avoid the crowds of midday with an early start, then spend the rest of the day exploring the rest of the Angkor temple complex. Ask your guide as many questions as you like thanks to the smaller group size.

Instead of purchasing souvenirs, this hands-on workshop connects you with a local artist and lets you create a unique hand-crafted souvenir under their guidance. Join this pottery workshop in Siem Reap and learn how to make your own ceramics using traditional Khmer tools and techniques. Get hands-on and shape your clay on the pottery wheel, add your choice of “kbach” (ornamentation).

Set sail for a scenic 4-hour cruise around Tonle Sap Lake from Siem Reap, including hotel transfers and lunch. Hop aboard a traditional longtail boat and drift through the floating village of Chong Khneas, stopping to admire the lotus fields and peek into a crocodile and fish farm along the way. Finally, arrive at the Tara floating restaurant, where you can tuck into a delicious meal, sip complimentary cocktails and relax in a hammock as you soak up the views.

Visit a floating village at the edge of Tonle Sap Lake on a tour from Siem Reap, and explore a landscape of rice paddies, mangrove forests, and aquaculture. You’ll travel across the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia, where homes are built on slender stilts at the edge of the water, then see the floating village with an experienced guide. This Tonle Sap Lake tour includes round-trip transport in a climate-controlled vehicle, the boat cruise, and all entrance fees.

After seeing the mighty Angkor Wat, take a day trip from Siem Reap to explore some of the region’s other magnificent temples. Visit the Hindu temple Pre Rup temple; admire the grand Banteay Srei temple, the ‘Citadel of Women’; and learn more about the ancient Khmer empire as you tour the Ta Som and East Mebon temples.